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Job Description
The front office development role requires an experienced senior level full stack software developer, with a proven track record of delivering scalable, high-performance systems.
The ideal candidate would demonstrate a passion for software development and be familiar with the recent trends in technology. We're looking for a person who works well on a team but is capable of independently accomplishing tasks of significant scope and complexity. Excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work quickly and effectively under time pressure are expected.
Equity Trading Front office developer responsible for:
Front office trading technology development for Equity Trading
Do it all: define, design, code, build and debug complex object-oriented multi-tier distributed software application
Design, develop and maintain web-based applications to enhance the performance and reliability of our current applications
Work involves development and enhancement of trade processing modules, messaging components, reporting applications
Participate in gathering requirements and enhancing current applications
Day to day support of applications
Skills and experience required:
5+ years Front-office design, development & support of web-based applications
Looking for someone who has worked in a capacity with high intensity and attentiveness to trading environment
Must have Java - expert level, looking for a highly technical developer
Must have strong knowledge of web technologies including JavaScript, HTML5
Must have strong database skills/experience (SQL Server)
Must have proficiency in building front office visualization dashboards and relevant UI/UX experience
Must have Windows/Linux OS experience
Strong networking fundamentals and experience with low latency messaging based applications like Kafka is a strong plus
Experience with building applications using in-memory datastore is a plus
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $150,000 - $170,000.
About Us
Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.
At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.
Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.
The salary offered will take into consideration an individual’s experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies Financial Group is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees or part-time employees, who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours or more per week, including an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (e.g., vacation), unplanned time off (e.g., sick leave), and paid holidays, and for full time employees, paid parental leave.
About the Company
Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies and governments.
More about our company can be found at www.jefferies.com.
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